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Developing a Lighting Plan
One of the things I see in almost every home I go into is how poorly lit they are. This is especially true in new condos where often times there aren’t even electrical boxes in the ceilings or if there … Continue reading
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My favourite fireplace makeover
I’m pretty proud of all my work, but, every now and then I complete a project that just comes together beautifully and brings a smile to my face when I step back and have a look. This is the case … Continue reading
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Developing a colour scheme
Usually when I am trying to come up with a colour scheme for a client, there is something from which to draw inspiration. It could be a fantastic piece of artwork, a dramatic shower curtain or a unique throw cushion. … Continue reading
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Yet another fireplace makeover
You know, when I started this business, it never occured to me that I would end up doing so many fireplace makeovers. It was never my intention to become a “fireplace guy”, it’s just that, well, I see so many … Continue reading
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Creating a “custom” desk unit
Here’s a cool way to build a “custom” Ikea desk unit. Take 2 Billy bookcases with doors, add a Vika table top with a drawer in between , mount 2 Lack shelves between the bookcases using L-brackets (you’ll have to … Continue reading
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Space saving laptop desk
Space challenged? No room for a desk? Here’s a great little wall mounted folding desk that’s perfect for a small bedroom or home office. It’s made … Continue reading
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Building a kitchen island
Recently I took on a project in a home that had been renovated prior to my clients moving in. The kitchen had been completely redone but had a large empty space that screamed “I need an island”. … Continue reading
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Storage beds can be a life saver
I see a ton of condos and I still cannot get over how small the bedrooms are. I looked at a two bedroom suite last week in Liberty Village (reclaimed railway lands that are being developed around King and Strachan) … Continue reading
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Creating a stunning photo gallery
I LOVE CHRISTMAS! I love everything about it. The food, the lights, the decorations. This is the time of year when nostalgia really kicks in as we gather with family and friends to share some great food, drinks and fond … Continue reading
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Area Rugs – artwork for your floor
In a previous post, Decorating Rules of Thumb, I wrote a bit about area rugs to the extent that most people have rugs that are either too large or too small for the room and gave some things to consider … Continue reading
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